Cost of Living in Santa Clara, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
267.0
100 = national avg
+167.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$117,461
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$277,635
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food182.7
Transportation154.0
Healthcare166.2
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,982
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Clara is 267.0, which is 167.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $117,461 per year to cover basic expenses.